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Summary

Visit Europe's finest cities and attractions on this action-packed, 11-day tour. Travel from Amsterdam to Rome and enjoy plenty of included activities as well as free days to explore as you wish. See the famous sights of Paris, indulge in wine tasting at a centuries-old château and soak up the glamour of the French Riviera. Experience the vibrant culture of Barcelona and the mesmerising art in Florence. Finish off by walking in the footsteps of gladiators in Rome. This Europe tour will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!

This tour forms the first half of the full-length 18-day Europe Explorer tour. Consider booking the full tour to tick off more top European destinations!

Highlights

  • Locally guided walking tours of Florence, Toulouse, Avignon and Rome
  • See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Pont du Gard
  • Free days to explore Paris, Rome and Barcelona
  • A scenic coastal drive along the stunning French Riviera

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Start Point

Hotel in Amsterdam | 07:30 AM

End Point

Hotel in Rome | 08:30 AM
DAY 1: Start of tour in Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris

Welcome to Amsterdam and the start of this exciting Europe tour! Meet up with your Tour Leader and the rest of the tour group at the hotel in Amsterdam this morning. Then, hop aboard the coach and hit the road! The first stop for the day is the city of Ghent in Belgium. Enjoy an orientation tour as well as free time to explore and grab lunch in this charming Belgian city. Next, travel onwards to Paris and arrive in the afternoon. This evening, the group will enjoy a fun and informative driving tour of this world-famous city before tonight’s included group dinner. Keep an eye out for places to explore more on the free day in Paris tomorrow!

Meals: Dinner

DAY 1: Start of tour in Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris

Welcome to Amsterdam and the start of this exciting Europe tour! Meet up with your Tour Leader and the rest of the tour group at the hotel in Amsterdam this morning. Then, hop aboard the coach and hit the road! The first stop for the day is the city of Ghent in Belgium. Enjoy an orientation tour as well as free time to explore and grab lunch in this charming Belgian city. Next, travel onwards to Paris and arrive in the afternoon. This evening, the group will enjoy a fun and informative driving tour of this world-famous city before tonight’s included group dinner. Keep an eye out for places to explore more on the free day in Paris tomorrow!

Experiences

Cheese and clogs demonstration: See how these famous shoes are traditionally made by hand. You can also taste some fantastic cheeses and get the chance to shop and stock up on unique Dutch souvenirs.

Visit Ghent: Experience the beautiful city of Ghent - one of Belgium’s oldest cities! This cultural hub and university town is filled with magnificent medieval architecture. Enjoy some free time to explore and taste some authentic Belgian cuisine! 

Driving tour of Paris: Enjoy a driving tour and discover the beauty of the “City of Lights”! Spot the Tuileries Gardens, the River Seine, l'Île de la Cité, the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, Lovers Bridge, Sacré Cœur, Montmartre, Pigalle (the Red Light District) and the Moulin Rouge!

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DAY 2: Paris: Free Day

Discover the magic of Paris today. Choose to join the Paris+ tour - an experience-filled excursion that includes visits to a French perfumery, a famous macaron shop, a cruise along the Seine River and a visit to the Montparnasse Tower. Alternatively, explore the city at your own pace. The diversity of Paris offers visits to historical landmarks, the chance to indulge in the finest French cuisine, the opportunity to shop for the latest fashions, or to simply just relax in a café - all in one day, if you wish! Tonight, why not choose to see an authentic cabaret show? Or, join the optional evening in Montmartre and stroll around this charming neighbourhood before enjoying a three-course dinner!

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On Tour Excursions

DAY 3: Paris - Toulouse

Bid farewell to Paris as the tour continues through the picture-perfect French countryside towards Toulouse. Enjoy a French wine tasting along the way in a small, medieval village. Taste some of the beautiful wines that define the region's unique terroir. Arrive in Toulouse later today and enjoy a guided tour this evening. Toulouse is filled with awe-inspiring Renaissance architecture and has been nicknamed “La Ville Rose” (The Pink City) thanks to the terracotta bricks used in many of the city’s buildings. There is also a 17th-century canal to discover! Enjoy an included dinner with the group tonight.

Experiences

Wine tasting in Toulouse: Taste some of the vintages that have placed Toulouse on the world wine map!

Guided tour of Toulouse: Join a local guide on a tour of this beautiful French city. See the highlights of this destination and learn more about its history and rich culture. Find out how it earned its nickname “La Ville Rose” (The Pink City)!

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DAY 4: Toulouse - Andorra - Barcelona

Wave au revoir to Toulouse this morning, travel south and get ready to visit a new country! Cross the border into Andorra, one of the smallest countries in Europe and enjoy some free time to explore or grab lunch. Then, travel onwards to Barcelona. Welcome to the bustling capital of Catalonian Spain! Enjoy a driving tour showcasing some of the city's top attractions. This includes the mesmerising Sagrada Família, Parque de Joan Miró and more. Tonight, the tour will spend the night in a small town just outside of the city. After a day filled with adventures and new places, enjoy an included dinner with the group at the hotel this evening.

Experiences

Visit Andorra: Enjoy a comfort stop in this tiny country with free time to explore and grab lunch in the sixth-smallest nation in Europe.

Barcelona Driving tour: Barcelona is renowned for its art and architecture, such as the fantastical Sagrada Família church and other modernist landmarks designed by Antoni Gaudí. Our driving tour will introduce you to a few of the city's top visitor attractions.

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DAY 5: Barcelona: Free Day

Make the most of a full free day to explore Barcelona today! To fully immerse yourself in this vibrant city, join the Highlights of Barcelona optional excursion. Visit many famous sights such as Antoni Gaudí’s La Sagrada Família and Palau Güell. Explore La Boqueria, Barcelona’s most famous market and taste authentic croquetas before visiting the Gothic Quarter. This is truly the best way to tick off multiple Barcelona highlights in one day! Tonight, find a cosy spot to enjoy a local meal or choose to join the Flamenco Show and Dinner optional excursion for a night filled with Spanish flavours and fun!

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DAY 6: Barcelona - Sète - Pont du Gard - Avignon

Leaving Barcelona behind, the tour continues to the port town of Sète in the South of France. Enjoy an orientation tour of this scenic city famous for its canals. Then, travel onwards to the Pont du Gard. This centuries-old aqueduct bridge was built by the Romans in the 1st century AD. Next up is Avignon, located in the beating heart of Provence. It was at the epicentre of Roman Catholic culture at one time. Embark on an orientation tour of the city which includes some of its most famous landmarks including the Notre-Dame des Doms, Palais des Papes and Pont d’Avignon. Tonight, join the optional dinner to sample traditional Provençal cuisine!

Experiences

Visit Sète: Enjoy an orientation tour of this scenic coastal city in the South of France. Sète is famous for its canals and seafood!

Visit the Pont du Gard: See the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct bridge that crosses the Gardon River. The bridge has three tiers of arches, stands 160 ft tall, and once carried 44 million gallons of water a day to the fountains, baths and homes of the citizens of Nîmes.

Orientation tour of Avignon: Embark on a walking orientation tour of Avignon with your tour leader. See the Palais des Papes, the old Avignon town walls, Notre-Dame des Doms and Pont d’Avignon.

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DAY 7: Avignon - French Riviera - Nice - Eze - Monaco

Get excited for a true highlight of trips to France - the French Riviera! Enjoy a scenic drive along the seaside with a stop at a dazzling coastal town along the way. Arrive in Nice later today and discover this charming city on an orientation tour. Then, head to the French village of Eze for a workshop at the Fragonard perfume factory! Later, travel to Monaco and see some top sights of this world-famous destination with your tour leader. Marvel at the Prince's Palace, the Oceanography Museum, the Cathedral of Monaco, the Casino de Monte-Carlo and more. Finally, head back to Nice and settle in for the evening.

Experiences

Scenic French Riviera drive: Marvel at the views along this famous coastline as the tour travels towards Nice! The French Riviera is renowned for its dazzling coastline and glamorous seaside towns.

Visit Nice: Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Nice! This gorgeous seaside city is located on the French Riviera and boasts beautiful beaches as well as sunshine almost all year round. Some of Nice’s most famous attractions include the Promenade des Anglais, several museums and the city’s Old Town.

Visit Eze Fragonard Perfumery: Stopover in the medieval seaside village of Eze. Here, enjoy a relaxed perfume creation workshop at the impressive Fragonard Perfumery!

Orientation tour of Monaco: Despite the small size, this beautiful sovereign city-state is home to a number of exciting sights! Experience the glitz and glamour during a visit to Monaco’s most well-known attractions with your tour leader. See top sights including the Prince's Palace, Casino de Monte-Carlo, Oceanography Museum and the Cathedral of Monaco.

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DAY 8: Nice - Pisa - Florence - Tuscany

Heading inland once more, travel to nearby Italy and one of the world’s most famous landmarks, the Leaning Tower of Pisa! Be sure to have your cameras at the ready - this is a photo opportunity not to be missed. Florence is the next destination on the list. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city and learn about Florence’s intriguing history. See historical landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio and a replica of Michelangelo’s famous statue of David which stands in the Palazzo della Signoria. Enjoy some free time in Florence before heading to the hills of Tuscany for tonight’s accommodation. Tonight, why not sample authentic Tuscan cuisine with a delicious optional sit-down dinner?

Experiences

See the Leaning Tower of Pisa: This is your chance to see the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, or even take some iconic pictures of you ‘holding up’ the tower!

Orientation tour of Florence: Learn more about Florence on an orientation tour with your tour leader. See the main sights, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria and the replica statue of David.

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DAY 9: Tuscany - Rome

The tour makes its way to Italy's capital, Rome. Arrive in the afternoon and embark on a walking tour of the city with an expert local guide. Gain insight into the incredible history of this unique city, which reigned supreme as the focal point of the Roman Empire. Top Rome highlights today include the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Roman Forum and, of course, the Colosseum. Tonight, look forward to an included group dinner.

Experiences

Walking tour of Rome: This city has so much to see and do that we can’t list everything here! Enjoy a walking tour of Rome with a professional local guide, a great introduction for further exploration of the city during the free day tomorrow. Visit the Roman Forum, Arch of Septimus Severus, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Spanish Steps.

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DAY 10: Rome: Free Day

Today, look forward to a full free day to experience Rome's ancient history, exquisite culture and delicious food at your own pace! You could even visit the Vatican City - the smallest country in the world! Inside the walls, visit the Sistine Chapel and see the famous frescoes painted by Michelangelo. Admire numerous other famous art masterpieces at the Vatican Museums and visit St. Peter’s Basilica. Alternatively, explore Rome at your own pace and marvel at the city’s many beautiful and ancient sites.

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DAY 11: Rome - End of Tour

After 11 days of unforgettable travel moments and adventures, the tour ends in Rome today after breakfast with the group. Make sure you have exchanged contact details with your newly-made travel friends, and share your amazing tour memories with us online!

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What's Included

Accommodation

  • 10 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
  • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room

Meals

  • 10 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners
    *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request

Transport

  • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
  • Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)

Tour Leader

  • Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
  • Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

16 Experiences!

  • Enjoy a local cheese and clogs demonstration in the Netherlands
  • Visit Ghent, a beautiful medieval city in Belgium
  • See the sights of Paris on a driving tour
  • Taste local French wine in Toulouse
  • Explore Toulouse with a local guide
  • Visit Andorra, one of Europe’s smallest countries
  • Embark on a driving tour of Barcelona city
  • Visit Sète in the South of France
  • Visit the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct
  • Enjoy an orientation tour of Avignon
  • Enjoy a scenic drive along the French Riviera
  • Visit Nice, a gorgeous French coastal city
  • Enjoy a perfume workshop in Eze
  • Experience the glitz and glamour of Monaco
  • See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Discover Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance
  • Explore Rome with a local guide

Accommodation

Hotels are chosen closer to departure date. We do use a variety of hotels in each destination, so you may stay in a hotel different to that listed here.

Paris

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Paris+

Join your tour leader on an unforgettable day out in Paris! Look forward to enjoying classic French experiences. These include tasting macarons at the world-famous Ladurée, strolling through the beautiful Place Vendôme and a guided tour of the Fragonard Musée du Parfum. You’ll also visit Montparnasse Tower for panoramic views of Paris, take in the impressive views of the Eiffel Tower from Champ de Mars, enjoy a sightseeing River Seine cruise with food and drinks on board, and visit the vibrant Latin Quarter where the tour ends. Here, you’ll have free time to explore and glimpse the reconstruction of the Notre Dame Cathedral!

Optional Excursions

Unless marked as “Pre-Book”, all optional excursions can be booked on tour and paid for in cash (in the stated currency) to your tour leader.
Prices and availability are subject to change

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Eugene, Femy Verified Buyer 2023-08-04
best tour ever
best experience we ever have
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What's Up Verified Buyer 2023-07-31
A comprehensive tour
Very enlightening but no time to rest. Excellent tour leader and driver Peter Keron and Alex. Very knowledgeable and caring for your participants.
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LemMae Verified Buyer 2023-07-30
Best history lesson tour on wheels
Pater and Alex are the Batman & Robin of the tour. We're lucky to have Peter as our brilliant tour leader. He provides history lessons, the origin of words we use, the origin of the dishes we eat that is often taken for granted. He also has a good sense of humor which adds fun in learning. He does not hesitate to assist us to make our visit as comfortable as possible such as hiring a train to the Tower of Pisa to avoid the long hot walk. Making the tour move is made possible by Alex. He has the awesome skills and patience to drive the huge bus in those tight corners. He braved the hot sun during the drive and still manages to help out in carrying the baggages and cleaning the bus
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Happy Verified Buyer 2023-07-29
Excellent
I had the most knowledgeable, friendly , organized caring, enthusiastic travel guide , Peter . Many thanks to Peter for making our Europe experience a lifetime of great memories and uniting our group as a families . Thank you Peter ??
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Stella Verified Buyer 2023-06-20
Quite the adventure
The tour was enjoyable but it did feel rushed at times. I guess that is to be expected with how many countries we visited in a short time frame. I was very excited to re-visit Barcelona after 20 years and still absolutely love the city. I also thoroughly enjoyed Andorra and fell in love with that beautiful country and was so at peace when driving through the Pyrenees mountains. The hotels were much better than I had anticipated and I absolutely loved our coach and coach driver. My group was amazing and they made the trip even more magical. I did feel that there was an exorbitant amount of walking at times that makes experiencing these amazing places less enjoyable because nobody enjoys anything when they are exhausted especially during hot Summer months. I feel that Hop-on/Hop-off buses would have been a great excursion option because I feel they give you a great view of the city in a short period of time and give the opportunity to hop-off the bus when you want to explore a par